Walk the heritage trails of Namsan
South of central Gyeongju, South Korea
Namsan combines a mountain walk with encounters with Buddhist carvings, stone statues and pagodas. The pleasure is in finding these works within the landscape rather than seeing them arranged in a gallery. Choose a route that matches your walking ability, as gentle lower paths and steeper rocky sections offer very different days. Check current park notices, carry water and allow enough daylight; a local heritage guide can help reveal details that are easy to miss.